Your Winwing MCDU and PFP are serious pieces of hardware. They replicate real-world Airbus and Boeing controls with dense button layouts, backlit legends, and precision rotary encoders. All of that complexity creates plenty of places for dust to settle — and once dust gets under a rocker switch or inside an encoder, a cloth won't reach it.
A Winwing dust cover takes ten seconds to put on at the end of a session. Here's what to look for, and why a custom 3D printed fit beats a generic cover.
Why Winwing Panels Need a Proper Dust Cover
Generic covers — the kind designed to fit "any keyboard" or "any controller" — don't sit close enough to the contours of specialist sim hardware. They trap air and dust inside rather than keeping it out. The Winwing MCDU and PFP have specific dimensions and a raised button layout that a properly fitted cover needs to account for.
A cover designed specifically for these panels sits flush with the surface, clears every button and knob, and lifts off cleanly without snagging anything.
What gets damaged without one?
- Backlit legends: dust and cleaning chemicals fog the backlight diffusers over time
- Rotary encoders: fine particles settle in the gap between the encoder body and the panel surface
- Rocker switches: debris under the cap causes stiff or inconsistent travel
- USB connectors: oxidation from dust buildup affects contact quality
3D Printed Winwing Dust Covers: The Right Approach
A custom 3D printed Winwing dust cover is designed around the exact dimensions of your panel — so it fits precisely, stays put during storage, and lifts off cleanly when you're ready to fly.
Unlike fabric covers, rigid PLA holds its shape. It won't droop over the panel and push down on buttons, and it stacks cleanly on a shelf without crumpling.
Personalisation: your callsign on the cover
One detail that sets a 3D printed cover apart from any off-the-shelf alternative: the option to have your name, callsign, or squadron embossed directly into the top surface of the print. It's not a sticker — it's part of the print itself, permanent and flush with the surface.
Popular choices from sim pilots:
- ICAO callsign (PHK, BAW, EZY, and so on)
- Real name or rank
- Virtual airline or squadron name
Just enter your text at checkout. No extra steps.
Colour Options
The cover is available in multiple filament colours. Black is the most popular — it disappears on a dark rig. Other colours are available if you want the cover to stand out or match a colour scheme. If you'd like a colour not shown in the listing, send a message before ordering.
Covering Your Full Sim Rig
Once you start using covers it's hard to stop at one panel. If you fly with Honeycomb hardware alongside your Winwing setup, a matching Honeycomb Bravo dust cover keeps the throttle quadrant protected in the same style. Sim racers running a MOZA wheel base can pick up a MOZA wheel base dust cover to keep the motor unit clean between races.
Covering everything on the rig takes under a minute and saves a significant amount of cleaning time over a year.
Care and Storage
PLA is durable under normal conditions. A few things to keep in mind:
- Keep away from sustained heat: PLA can soften above 60°C (140°F) — don't leave covers on a windowsill in direct summer sun
- Clean with a dry or barely damp cloth: avoid solvents and isopropyl alcohol, which can haze the surface
- Store flat: rigid covers stack neatly and won't deform under their own weight
FAQ
Will this cover fit both the MCDU and the PFP?
The cover is designed for the Winwing MCDU and PFP panels. Check the product page for the latest compatibility notes — if you're unsure whether your specific hardware revision is covered, send a message before ordering.
Can I choose any colour?
Yes. Multiple colours are available in the listing. For a colour not shown, contact us before ordering and we'll let you know what's in stock.
How is the personalisation added?
Your name or callsign is embossed into the top surface during the 3D printing process — it's part of the print, not an adhesive label. The result is permanent and flush with the surrounding surface.
Is this an official Winwing product?
No. This is an independently designed and manufactured accessory. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Winwing.
How long does shipping take?
Orders ship from the Netherlands. Netherlands: 1–2 business days. Europe: 3–7 business days. Worldwide: 7–21 business days. Duties and import taxes are included for US orders.
Ready to protect your setup? Browse the Winwing MCDU & PFP dust cover and choose your colour and personalisation.